Bread Pudding With Vanilla Sauce

Do you have some stale bread at home? Don’t let them go to waste. Make them into this bread pudding with vanilla sauce instead! This recipe by Preppy Kitchen is definitely my go-to whenever we have leftover bread from the past day. It’s sweet, creamy, and just delicious. It even tastes like French toast!

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You only need basic ingredients to make this recipe at home, and most of them are probably already in your pantry or fridge. This bread pudding is perfect for dessert, breakfast, or even potlucks. With its rich custard taste, I am sure you’ll make this on repeat. People of all ages will love this sweet treat, especially the kids. If you are looking for more bread recipes, try this Healthy Sugar-Free Apple Bread Recipe or this Easy-to-Make Fluffy Raisin Bread.

Best Bread Pudding With Vanilla Sauce Ingredients

• 6 cups of stale bread (cut into 2-inch cubes)
• 2 cups of whole milk
• 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
• 3 tablespoons of ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon of salt
• 3 large eggs
• 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract

For the vanilla sauce:

• 1 cup of whole milk
• 1 cup of heavy cream
• 1/2 cup of packed light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons of cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon of vanilla extract
• salt to taste (optional)
• 1/4 cup of water (or bourbon or rum if preferred)

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How to Make Bread Pudding at Home

Step 1:

Start by preheating your oven to 350F.

Step 2:

Place a medium saucepan over medium heat and add the milk, butter, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir occasionally until the butter is melted. Once melted, set aside and cool for about 10 minutes.

Step 3:

While waiting for the milk, lightly butter an 8-inch square baking dish, and add the bread cubes.

Step 4:

Once the milk mixture is slightly cooled, whisk in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla. Pour the mixture over the bread cubes. Let them sit for about 20 to 30 minutes to let the bread soak up the liquid.

Step 5:

Place inside the preheated oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes or until golden brown on top and when a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Step 6:

Make the sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, cream, sugar, and butter and place over medium heat. Stir from time to time until the butter and sugar are melted and the mixture is steaming.

Step 7:

While waiting for the mixture, combine the cornstarch with 1/4 cup of water. Once the mixture is steaming, mix in the cornstarch slurry. Continuously stir until the mixture thickens. Remove the saucepan from heat and add the vanilla and salt if desired.

Step 8:

Pour the sauce over the freshly baked bread pudding. Serve and enjoy!

Bread Pudding With Vanilla Sauce